Getting your first coaching clients feels impossible when you have zero testimonials — and getting testimonials feels impossible when you have no clients. Here's exactly how to break that cycle.

In this episode, Coach Pony founder Christie Mims and Date Like a Grownup founder Bobbi Palmer walk you through the proven system new coaches use to collect feedback and testimonials from day one — even before you've charged a single client.

Whether you're figuring out how to start a coaching business or you're already working with your first clients and wondering how to build social proof — this episode gives you the roadmap.

Listen to the full episode to hear about:

–How to run informational interviews to validate your coaching niche (and what to ask)

–The free coaching cohort strategy that gets you testimonials AND real experience fast

–In-the-moment feedback techniques with up to 100% response rates

–Exactly what to say when asking for a testimonial — including the before/after question that makes clients shine

–How to use the Appreciative Inquiry model so feedback is always constructive

–Business and life tip of the week with Christie and Bobbi!

Subscribe to the Coach Pony YouTube channel so you’ll see all the latest from Christie as she discusses the latest ideas and topics from the coaching industry!

To learn more about Christie Mims:

• Coach Pony
• Check out Coach Pony's free marketing masterclass

To learn more about Bobbi Palmer:

• Date Like a Grownup Blog
• Soft Landings San Miguel